Egypt declared malaria-free after 100-year effort
The World Health Organization says the disease “that plagued pharaohs” now belongs to Egypt’s history. Read More
Cuba’s power to be restored by Monday as Hurricane Oscar nears
Millions of people are still without power, with food rotting in fridges and no water supply in many homes. Read More
At least 87 killed in strike on northern Gaza, officials say, as UN warns ‘nowhere is safe’
Israel says it is checking reports of casualties but added earlier – lower – figures from Hamas were “exaggerated”. Read More
Alec Baldwin returns to SNL for the first time since Rust trial
The actor opened the show in a sketch parodying Kamala Harris’ interview on Fox News. Read More
Liam Payne fans hold vigils around the world
Thousands of the One Direction star’s followers have gathered globally in memory of the singer who died last week. Read More
Seven dead as crowded ferry dock collapses during celebration
Authorities say at least 20 people went into the water when the gangway collapsed. Read More
Polio cases surge in Pakistan
Prior to the latest surge in infections, Pakistan was on the verge of eradicating the disease. Read More
At least 73 killed in Israeli strike in northern Gaza, medics say
Israel says it hit a “Hamas terror target” and the number of casualties is “exaggerated” and does not match their reports. Read More
Netanyahu says he is undeterred after reported drone attack on his home
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said it was a failed attempt by Hezbollah to assassinate him. Read More
Gaza man says Hamas leader was killed in his home – ‘I was shocked’
The Israeli military released drone footage it said showed Sinwar in a partially destroyed house before he was killed. Read More